Wedding Rings – Selection and Traditions
January 28, 2009
Selecting Your Wedding Rings
Most brides have a good idea of what kind of ring they want. Some, however, are inundated with seemingly endless options for this piece of jewelry. For these brides, our suggestion is your choice should reflect both your personality and your lifestyle. Work together as a couple to select a pair of rings that compliment your personal tastes. This is a piece of jewelry that you will be wearing every day for the rest of your life – so make sure that it is comfortable and suited to your every day life. Your wedding rings will be a daily reminder of your love and commitment.
The traditional metal for wedding bands is gold, but many brides today prefer white gold or platinum. You should select the color of metal that you wear most often. Since the bride’s wedding band is usually worn in addition to the engagement ring, you should select something that compliments it well. You may want a set that is designed to go together. Otherwise, the wedding band is usually a plainer version of the design seen in the engagement ring.
For men, the ring is usually a very simple band. It can be either gold, white gold, platinum, or a variety of other less common materials. Things to take into consideration when selecting the groom’s ring are how much he uses his hands. If he works with them a lot and doesn’t want to take off his wedding band every day, a very sturdy metal should be chosen. Next, consider his personality. Some men prefer a plain band, while others may want a few embellishments or gems. Those with Italian heritage may prefer a ring with diamonds, while an Irish groom may enjoy a celtic or claddagh ring.
101 Ways to Save Money – Part 15: Wedding Ceremoney
January 27, 2009
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding – Part 15: Wedding Ceremony
We are almost at the end of our 16-series article on 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding. Here are more ways to save on items that are usually used in wedding ceremony.
Wedding Ceremony
94. Print your own programs – Your wedding programs can be a simple trifold, or several pages tied with a pretty ribbon. Any way you do them, these are simple to print at home and put together yourself. Invite your bridesmaids over and make a party of it. If you’re having a small, nontraditional wedding you can go without programs entirely.
95. Give them bubbles – Instead of rice or flower petals, give your guests bubbles. These cost less than a dollar a piece. You can even buy small bubbles for just this purpose at craft stores. Many come with wedding bells or doves already crafted onto the lid. You can decorate them further with personalized ribbons.
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding – Part 14: Wedding Attendants
January 18, 2009
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding – Part 14: Wedding Attendants
Let’ not forget those ladies and gentlemen who meant a lot to you and/or your fiancee. You’ve asked them to be part of your entourage, they agreed and have chosen their gowns and tux. Time for your to plan on how to reciprocate their willingness to share in your memorable day. So, how can you do this without breaking the bank? We have a few suggestions.
Wedding Attendants
92. Buy your attendant gifts online – Shop online at CW Bridal Mall our online bridal mall with more than 40 different vendors or at Bridal ‘N Beauty to find great deals on attendant gifts. Gifts range from Most offer free personalization.
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding- Part 13: Wedding Favors
January 16, 2009
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding- Part 13: Wedding Favors
Wedding favors are small gifts given to your wedding guests to serve as souvenirs of your wedding and to thank them for sharing your happiness in your wedding day. Usually, these little gifts are placed on the reception table next to each plate setting. They range from spectacular to very simple. In several weddings I attended, most of these wedding favors are left on the reception table.
Would you like to give your guests wedding favors that are going to be appreciated without spending several hundred dollars? Here are our suggestions – Part 13 of our 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding.
Wedding Favors
90. Make your own favors – It is easy to make simple, but elegant favors with a little creativity. You can buy small organza bags or small favor boxes and fill them with personalized chocolates or mints. Finish the decor with personalized ribbon in your wedding colors. If you think candies in bags or boxes are too common, here are 10 more ideas for making cheap wedding favors.
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding – Part 12: Wedding Decorations
January 15, 2009
The best time to plan your wedding decorations is when you have settled on what your wedding theme would be. This way you have your colors and style in mind. The next step is to think about how to save money on your wedding decorations. Here are few ideas – Part 13 of our series on 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding (click on image to enlarge).
Wedding Decorations
83. Print your own place cards – You can easily print your own place cards at home and print decorations on them, or decorate them with ribbons.
84. Skip the place card holders – Use place cards that fold in half and stand on their own in place of fancy place card holders
85. Arrange your own centerpieces – You can arrange the flowers yourself for the centerpieces at your reception. Buy silk flowers so you can take your time putting them together.
86. Get creative with your decorations – Instead of flowers, you can decorate with candles, Christmas lights, fruit, seashells, or any number of creative items. Go to a craft store and browse around for inspiration. One way to start is with a fishbowl or shallow dish on a mirror. You can fill the bowl with water and floating candles, or sand and seashells.
